”I am proud that we have delivered creative high-quality play experiences to millions of children around the world. The result is very satisfactory, and it is our continuous ambition to be the best at what we do,” says Jørgen Vig Knudstorp, CEO. Director of the Lego Group, in a statement.

Lego City, Lego Star Wars and Lego Friends and the products launched in connection with The Lego Movie greatly contributed to the significant sales growth.

”Due to our continued focus on innovation and desire for global growth, we expect to grow moderately ahead of the market, while we are committed to a continued commitment to providing the best possible play experiences for children around the world,” said John Goodwin, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Lego.